Monthly Archives: January 2009

Osteoporosis, or porous bone, is a disease characterized by low bone mass and structural deterioration of bone tissue leading to bone fragility and an increased susceptibility to fractures of the hip, spine and wrist. Men as well as women suffer from osteoporosis, a disease that can he prevented and treated. Are you developing Osteoporosis DON’T PANIC!!!! Continue reading →

We all know that when you have Addison's disease, even though you follow your medication plan carefully, things happen which can create stresses on your body, causing a deterioration in your condition. Unlike people who do not have Addison's disease, your adrenal gland can't respond to increased demands so you need to prepare for these stressful situations and know what to do to prevent what is termed an adrenal or Addison's disease crisis. Continue reading →

by Jim Stockigt MD FRACP FRCPA Consultant Endocrinologist, Epworth and Alfred Hospitals, Melbourne, Professor of Medicine, Monash University. About a year ago, a young woman who had been well on standard replacement with Cortate for several years described some unexpected symptoms at her annual review visit. Continue reading →

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